Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and guide our organization through emerging technological and societal shifts. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform future scenarios into actionable strategies.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and future-proof our business ecosystem. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to decode trends in AI, biotechnology, sustainability, and human-computer interaction.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 innovation horizon scanning framework
- Produce strategic foresight reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into product roadmaps
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical, technological, and social megatrends affecting future business landscapes
- Design and implement organizational adaptation strategies for emerging technologies
- Mentor junior analysts in future intelligence methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating past future-strategy implementations
- Professional certification in foresight (e.g., CFAP preferred)
- Experience with horizon scanning tools and data visualization platforms